The Food Newsletter

Ingredients

4 large egg yolks, plus 1 large egg

1/2 cup sugar

1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (from 4 lemons)

Salt

1 tablespoon unsalted butter

1/2 cup cold heavy cream

Directions

Whisk egg yolks, egg, sugar, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a large heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water. Cook, whisking constantly, until pale and thick, 4 to 5 minutes. Strain mixture through a fine sieve into a bowl. Whisk in butter. Cover with plastic wrap, pressing directly onto surface to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.